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Blowing in the wind
Prairie gardeners offer tips and advice on planting to withstand windy conditions
What do gardeners talk about more than plants? The weather. “When is it going to rain? When is it going to stop raining? When is it going to warm up? How long is the heat wave going to last?” A huge . . .
Posted: 2026-06-06
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Aqua-wall creates unique environment
Basement renos necessitate moving aquariums
On occasion, a renovation project presents an interesting twist on an existing concept. During a recent basement gut and remodel, the main rec room would include a feature wall unlike anything I’ve created in the past. Although several Reno . . .
Posted: 2026-06-06
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No-fee condos offer plenty
The Aqua Townhomes a fine option for first-time, move-up buyers
This is a challenging time for buyers looking for a starter or move-up home. Two factors are making it incredibly difficult for first time buyers or young families to find an affordable home. First, there’s the local real estate market, where . . .
Posted: 2026-06-06
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Historic Crescentwood classic
Kingsway residence offers seamless combination of old and modern design themes
Walk down any street, on any given day, and most homes you pass will simply blend into the landscape. Then there’s that one home that captures your attention. A stately 3, 523 sq. ft. two-and-a-half storey house nestled neatly on a . . .
Posted: 2026-06-06
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From drab to fab
Laundry room facelift makes things lighter, brighter
An untidy, dingy or even dirty laundry area is an oxymoron — an insult to cleanliness. An uninviting laundry room can also lead to procrastination when chores demand action. During a recent gutting and remodelling of a basement, there were . . .
Posted: 2026-05-30
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Smart planting
Make the most of your garden’s conditions
A garden may look effortlessly beautiful, but as with other facets of life, beauty is often shaped and cultivated. No matter the size of the space you manage — whether it’s a large landscape or a postage-size patch — effort . . .
Posted: 2026-05-30
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Imagine the possibilities
Show home feels like a dream home
When people think about building a spacious bungalow, they often believe that 1, 400 sq. ft. is the magic number. After all, chances are a bungalow of that size is 200 to 300 sq. ft. larger than the one the . . .
Posted: 2026-05-30
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Built to last
Charming family home is a peaceful retreat
One of the most desirable qualities in a neighbourhood, aside from convenient location, is that it offers a palpable feeling of peace. Yet, many desirable neighbourhoods within Winnipeg — River Heights, River Park South and Linden Woods, to name just . . .
Posted: 2026-05-30
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Inside job
Not all basement doors are open-and-shut cases
When it comes to basement overhauls, previous experience has prepared me for potential hurdles. The usual suspects include uneven concrete floors, shabby ceilings and questionable window seals. And although I’m always prepared for the unexpected, a recent renovation threw a . . .
Posted: 2026-05-23
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Simply irresistible
Even ‘deer-resistant’ plants can tempt hungry critters
What does “deer-resistant” really mean? With a growing deer population in Fort Richmond, resident Mary Ann Shaw is becoming increasingly aware that there is a distinct gap between assurances that a plant is deer-resistant and reality. If there is one thing . . .
Posted: 2026-05-23